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The E-14 B Story
Reprinted from "INSULATORS - Crown Jewels of the Wire", December 1976, page 17
The darker shades, which tend to be more scarce, also tend to be in less
than mint condition, while the
lighter colors tend to be in better shape.
In addition to the E-14 B's that were found in Florida, some were located
in the Muncie dump. These are
reported to have been well mixed with other Hemingray experimentals.
For the past several years, rumors have been circulating regarding an amber
E-14 B. One was reported to
have been found in an isolated area in Florida several years ago. It is
doubtful that Hemingray ever made
one in amber. Who knows it may be like the carnival mickey mouse?
Prices have changed over the few years since E-14 B's were first found.
Prices of $100 are well
remembered. Today, the plain vaseline colors tend to sell around $25 - $30
and up, if mint. Good white
milkglass go much higher, when available.
Although a failure as an electrical experimental piece, truly the E-14 B is
a success in any collection.
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